Casey had been quiet ever since they had come home.

Lavinia kept herself together enough to get Casey to the library. It felt like so much of their life was spent there.

She wrapped Casey in blankets and kissed her head. “Stay here, my love.” She whispered before going to make drinks for the two of them.

Casey nodded somberly. Her gaze was hollow.

Lavinia’s mouth wavered to see her like this.

She would be strong for ...